Breaking Barriers: Montirex, Amanda Calder-McLaren Journey from Choir to Outdoor Industry Titan

Join us in this riveting episode of "Sports and Outdoor Mentors" as we dive into the inspiring journey of Amanda Calder-McLaren, the CMO of Montirex and former North Face executive. Discover how Amanda transitioned from a gospel choir singer in North London to a key player in the outdoor sports industry. We discuss her bold moves and fearless questions that defined her career path, her pivotal role during The North Face's explosive growth, and her dedication to making the outdoors accessible as chair of the nonprofit "Opening Up the Outdoors”. Amanda shares invaluable insights on overcoming industry stereotypes, the importance of mentorship, and the drive to keep the outdoor community inclusive and vibrant. Whether you're an aspiring marketer, outdoor enthusiast, or someone curious about career evolution, Amanda's story offers a wealth of motivation and strategies for professional growth. 🚀 Before you dive in, remember less than 50% of our listeners are subscribed. Click that Subscribe button to join our community and keep up with inspiring stories like Amanda’s! 🌟 Enjoy the episode, and don't forget to leave your thoughts in the comments below. Your support helps us reach more listeners with valuable insights and inspiring journeys. Thanks for tuning in! Amanda's Book Recommendations: 📌 The Culture Map: Decoding How People Think, Lead, and Get Things Done Across Cultures by Erin Meyer - https://amzn.to/3Ue7aTy (Amazon Affiliate) Follow Amanda https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-calder-mclaren-57702a19/ Follow Montirex https://www.linkedin.com/company/montirex/ https://www.youtube.com/@UCY-4funyjxTJ_AIi79lQCxQ https://www.instagram.com/montirex/ Follow Opening Up The Outdoors https://www.linkedin.com/company/opening-up-the-outdoors/ https://www.instagram.com/openinguptheoutdoors/ Follow Dan https://www.linkedin.com/in/dantrapp/ Follow Sports + Outdoor Mentors https://www.linkedin.com/company/sports-and-outdoor-mentors/ Watch Sports + Outdoor Mentors YouTube: https://youtube.com/@S_OM1 #sportsandoutdoormentors 0:00 Key moments 5:43 Years at The North Face & relocation 8:45 Work Ethics & Open Mind 11:38 Wisdom 14:20 Changes for women in the industry 20:52 Chairperson at Opening up the Outdoors 28:11 Fresh young energy at Monterey 32:15 Huge believer in mentorship 35:12 Favorite piece of gear 36:32 Book recommendation 39:16 Most valuable advice 41:24 Message to the team 42:06 Last words